Health Engineer | eine Gesundheitsingenieurin bzw. einen Gesundheitsingenieur (w, m, d)

Stadt Duisburg

Duisburg, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland
Published Apr 7, 2026
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

This role involves working within the Health Department of the City of Duisburg, specifically focusing on health promotion and urban planning. As a Health Engineer, you will play a critical role in climate adaptation projects, analyzing health risks in urban environments and providing expert opinions on city development projects. Your daily responsibilities will include technical health assessments for construction and land-use plans, ensuring environmental justice, and promoting health equity for vulnerable populations. You will act as a vital link between various municipal departments such as the Environment Office and Disaster Management, while also maintaining partnerships with academic institutions. This position is ideal for professionals seeking a stable public sector career with a strong work-life balance, offering flexible working hours and the chance to directly influence the public health landscape of a major German city.

Required Skills

Education

Master's degree in Health Engineering, Environmental and Hygiene Technology, Climate Science, Safety Engineering, or a related Natural Science/Technical field.

Experience

  • Minimum of 3 years of relevant professional experience following the completion of the required academic qualification
  • Professional experience in health engineering, environmental technology, or climate-related safety engineering
  • Experience in providing expert opinions and technical statements within planning processes
  • Experience in interdisciplinary cooperation and interface management between municipal departments

Languages

German (Fluent)

Additional

  • Comprehensive German language skills (C1 level) required. Proof of measles immunity for applicants born after 1970 is mandatory. Possession of a private vehicle for business use is desirable (mileage reimbursement provided). Must be available for occasional evening meetings or events.